Greek-style Baked Lemon Garlic Fish with Roasted Vegetables and Quinoa
Tips for Experienced Cooks
To elevate the dish, consider adding a splash of white wine to the marinade for the fish; the acidity and slight sweetness can enhance the fish's flavor. After baking, garnish the dish with fresh herbs like parsley or dill and a sprinkle of lemon zest to add a vibrant, fresh element that complements the fish and vegetables. Also, experimenting with different fish varieties can offer a variety of flavors and textures, adapting the cooking time if necessary.
Step 1: Prepare the marinade
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Step 2: Marinate the fish
Place the fish fillets in a baking dish and pour the marinade over them. Make sure the fish is coated evenly. Let it marinate for about 15 minutes.
- 4 fish fillets
Step 3: Prepare the vegetables
In a separate baking dish, toss the sliced bell peppers, zucchini, and red onion with a drizzle of olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- 2 bell peppers (sliced)
- 2 zucchini (sliced)
- 1 red onion (sliced)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Step 4: Bake the fish and roast the vegetables
Place both baking dishes in the preheated oven. Bake the fish for about 15-20 minutes or until it is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Roast the vegetables for about 20-25 minutes or until they are tender and slightly caramelized.
Step 5: Serve the dish
Serve the baked fish on a bed of cooked quinoa, and top with the roasted vegetables.
Meat, Eggs, & Dairy
- 4 fillets fish
Fresh Produce & Herbs
- 2 lemon juices lemon
- 1 bell pepper red bell pepper
- 1 bell pepper yellow bell pepper
- 1 zucchini zucchini
- 1 onion red onion
Pantry Items
- 2 cups cooked quinoa
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Seasonings & Spices
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
